Meet Shelley, BD/PPD
As a mama of 5 who had a wide variety of birth experiences, it's safe to say that pregnancy, birth, and postpartum have been a huge part of of Shelley’s life. Her passion for learning about these topics for her own benefit quickly turned into a mission to educate, advocate for, nurture and support people on their own paths to parenthood. She believes that every family (regardless of race, gender-identity or sexual orientation) deserves the compassionate care, attentiveness, and education that a doula provides. The way a family is treated during this time will stick with them forever; that's why she aims to do everything in her power to make sure her clients are able to look back on this period of their lives with joy, knowing they were informed of their options, as well as supported and respected in their decisions.
Packages & Additional Services
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1 free consultation & “get to know you” meeting.
2 one-hour prenatal visits.
Help crafting your birth plan
Unlimited phone, text and email support.
24 hour on-call support from 37 weeks until your baby is born.
Continuous physical, mental, and emotional support during your labor and birth for up to 24 hours.
1 one-hour postpartum visit.
Access to my lending library, my growing resource list, and relevant handouts.
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1 consultation & “get to know you” meeting.
2 one-hour prenatal visits.
Help crafting your birth plan.
Unlimited phone, text and email support.
24 hour on-call support from 36 weeks until your baby is born.
Continuous physical and emotional support during your labor and birth for up to 24 hours.
2 one-hour postpartum visits.
Access to my lending library, my growing resource list, and relevant handouts.
1 meal delivered during your first week home with the baby.
Handmade crochet keepsake for baby.
4 additional postpartum doula hours.
Postpartum gift basket.
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8am - 5pm M-F: $25/hr - 4 hour minimum. 10% discount for 40+ hours.
Nights & Weekends: $30/hr - 4 hour minimum. 10% discount for 40+ hours.
Duties including but not limited to: Light housekeeping, local errands, grocery pickup, meals/snack prep, dishes, folding laundry, taking care of baby while parents sleep or shower, etc.
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(1 two-hour prenatal visit to discuss your hopes/dreams/fears surrounding your upcoming birth.)
Help crafting your birth plan.
Curated list of articles and videos to assist you in your birth process.
1 one-hour postpartum visit.
Phone, text, or email support for any questions leading up to labor.
Full access to my local resource list.
Q&A with Shelley
How do you introduce yourself?
”Hey! I'm Shelley, the local doula! I'm not the "chat about the weather" type. I'm vulnerable and authentic by nature so I love to get real with people and make deep connections.”
What do you do for fun?
”I'm a total foodie, so food = fun for me. I'm always up for a snack. I also love crocheting, podcasts/audiobooks, and many other sedentary hobbies. I'm going to be really good at being "old.”
What inspires you?
”I am so inspired by the birth workers who came before me who have been doing this for 20+ years and have created change and opportunities for those like me who are following in their footsteps. They worked hard and paved the way so doulas like me could make a living wage and have respect within our communities, and so birthing people know their rights and their options. If I can make a fraction of the impact of those wise individuals who came before me I will feel that I succeeded in my career.”
What’s your favorite food?
”Fondue and pork carnitas!”
What’s one other thing you want people to know about you?
”No one forced me to do this job. Over and over again I hear clients say "I wanted to text you about that but I didn't want to bother you." My clients are NEVER "bugging" me. Being a doula is my dream job, my passion, and I love to chat about all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Always contact me whenever you feel the urge.”